Feeling Burnt Out? You Might Just Need a Break (Literally).

In this powerful episode of Work Besties, Jess & Claude dive into why taking breaks at work isn’t lazy—it’s essential. Discover the surprising science behind how breaks can actually boost your productivity, creativity, and focus, and learn why skipping them may be killing your performance.

They unpack:

• Why your brain needs downtime to stay sharp
• How to use breaks to prevent burnout
• Quick, actionable ways to reset your mind and body (even on a busy day)
• How connecting with your coworkers on a break can improve your mood and your work

If you're constantly powering through the day, this episode will change how you work—for good. Stick around to the end for their top tip that instantly recharges your brain in 90 seconds or less.

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In this enlightening episode, Jess and Claude sit down with Sarah Sherwal, a Melbourne-based numerologist who brings a fresh, grounded perspective to the ancient practice of numerology.

Sarah dives into what numerology really is — beyond the stereotypes — and explains how numbers can offer insight into your personality, life path, and even the timing of key decisions. She shares her journey into the world of numerology, how it works, and how anyone can start incorporating it into their daily life for more clarity and confidence.

Whether you're a curious skeptic or a spiritual seeker, this conversation will open your eyes to how numbers might just be the missing piece in your self-discovery toolkit.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What numerology is and how it differs from astrology
• How your birthdate and name can reveal hidden strengths and challenges
• How can numerology influence someone’s personal or professional success?
• Bonus! The specific numbers that will bring you wealth

Connect with Sarah Sherwal and listen to her webinars for free:

website: http://www.energyawakening.com.au

email address: sarasherwal@gmail.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarasherwal950

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@energyawakening

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🎉 50 Episodes Later… We’re Just Getting Started 🎙️💖

What began as a wild idea between two work besties has turned into 50 episodes of laughs, lessons, and serious growth. From fumbling through our first recordings to finding our voice, this journey has been real — and we’re bringing you behind the scenes for our milestone moment.

In this episode, we’re reflecting on:
✨ The glow-up from episode 1 to now
🧠 How imposter syndrome still creeps in
📅 Our behind-the-scenes planning evolution
💨 Quitting smoking & making space for wellness
📣 The power of YOUR feedback
💌 And why we’re more grateful than ever

This one’s personal, honest, and full of love for everyone who’s been riding with us. Whether you’ve listened to one episode or all fifty — we couldn’t do this without you.

🎧 Hit play and celebrate with your work besties. Let’s gooo 🚀
#WorkBestiesWhoPodcast #Episode50 #Gratitude #PodcastGlowUp #WellnessJourney #CreatorsSupportingCreators

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In this episode, Jess and Claude sit down with Dr. Kate Ricciardi, a functional dietitian who shares her powerful personal journey from years of digestive struggles to lasting wellness. Together, they explore how gut health directly impacts workplace energy, mood, and hormones, and why even trained professionals can get stuck in the conventional cycle.

Kate dives into the gut-brain connection, breaking down how food sensitivities, inflammation, and stress affect everything from emotional eating to daily productivity. She offers clear, approachable steps for listeners looking to heal from the inside out—emphasizing mindset, habit change, and the importance of support systems.

Whether you're curious about functional nutrition, dealing with burnout, or ready to take control of your health, this conversation is filled with practical strategies you can start today.

Find more about Gut Health and Dr. Kate Ricciardi here:

Website --> https://www.digestionbydesign.com/

Instagram--> https://www.instagram.com/digestionbydesign

Facebook--> https://www.facebook.com/digestionbydesign

LinkedIn--> https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkatericciardi/

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What happens when your career takes an unexpected pivot—from high-powered agent to published author—and your work friendships evolve into personal lifelines?

In this episode, Jess and Claude dive deep with Clélia Castro-Malaspina, a former literary agent turned award-winning children’s author, who’s rewriting the rules of connection, creativity, and career.

💬 We talk:

• How critique groups can save your sanity—and your story
• What coffee shops and connection have in common
• Why keeping work friendships alive can launch your next chapter
• And how to build meaningful support networks in remote or creative careers

Clélia also opens up about her powerful new book, Girls with Goals: How Women’s Soccer Took Over the World—a fierce, inspiring history of the women who kicked down barriers, built a global movement, and lit the way for future generations of female athletes. 🌍⚽

Whether you're chasing a dream, changing careers, or cheering from the sidelines—this episode is for you.

🎧 Plus: Learn how her first book, Your Freedom, Your Power, teaches kids the First Amendment like never before—one protest sign at a time. 🗽📚

📅 Girls with Goals hits shelves May 6th in the U.S. and May 8th in the UK—published by Holler, an imprint of Quarto.

📚 Your Freedom, Your Power is out now from Running Press Kids.

🔗 Connect with Clélia:
Website: https://mossypinescreative.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mossypinesclelia/

✨ Come for the book talk, stay for the inspiration—and maybe the goosebumps.

🎙️ Listen now on all platforms or watch the full conversation on YouTube.

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What if building a more inclusive workplace wasn’t as complicated or corporate as you think

This week on Work Besties Who Podcast, Claude and Jess sit down with powerhouse inclusion expert and author Delphia Howze — and this conversation will change how you show up at work 🔥

Delphia, whose new book Including You: Leading Inclusion From Where You Are is a must-read, shares why inclusion is a personal responsibility, not just something for HR or leadership to figure out

She delivers real, honest advice about modeling inclusive behavior, understanding our biases, and why grace and self-reflection are essential tools for real change

If you’ve ever felt excluded, wondered how to actually make a difference, or wanted to be a better ally — this episode gives you the roadmap
And yes, it starts with your work besties too

✨ Inclusion isn’t optional
✨ Leadership is everyone’s job
✨ Changing the culture starts with you

Come listen — your future team will thank you

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You, Me, We: Why Work Besties Are a Career Superpower (with Morag Barrett)

Ready to upgrade your 9–5 relationships from “cordial coworkers” to ride-or-die allies? In this energizing episode, Jess & Claude sit down with leadership expert and author Morag Barrett to chat about why having work besties isn’t just nice—it’s necessary.

Drawing from her brilliant book You, Me, We, Why we all NEED a Friend at Work; Morag shares actionable tips on how to build meaningful connections at work, navigate tricky power dynamics, and bring emotional awareness into every meeting (without the eye rolls). From small talk that actually matters to shifting from a “me” to a “we” mindset, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and a whole lot of heart.

Take a listen if you’re ready to: 💼 Build real friendships at work
🤝 Shift into a culture of allyship
📣 Speak up with confidence in any room
✨ Make your workplace feel more you

Because when you’ve got the right people beside you, work just works better.

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Website-https://skyeteam.com/

LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/in/moragbarrett/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SkyeTeam

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moragjbarrett/

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Episode Summary:
In this week’s episode, we sit down with the one and only Tatyana—the Corporate Gen X Mom—for a real, raw, and refreshingly honest conversation about life in the corporate world. As a seasoned professional and mother, Tatyana brings insight, humor, and truth to the table. We dive into what it means to show up authentically at work, the importance of workplace besties, and how to navigate the (often unspoken) challenges of corporate culture, all while juggling the demands of family life. If you’ve ever questioned your place in the corporate machine, this one’s for you.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• There’s often a gap between corporate messaging and real employee experiences.
• Humor isn’t just a coping mechanism—it’s a survival tool.
• Work besties are more than friends—they’re your lifeline.
• Surrounding yourself with respectful, trustworthy colleagues is key.
• Toxic environments require strategic exits or boundaries.
• Balancing motherhood and work is tough—and universal.
• Authentic relationships at work lead to deeper job satisfaction.
• Your company is renting your skills—not your soul.
• Culture change starts with individual mindset shifts.
• Gen Z’s boundaries are influencing a much-needed workplace reset.

🎧 Sound Bites:
🗣️ "I want people to not feel like they're alone."
🗣️ "It's never about the actual job."

👯‍♀️ Brought to you by Work Besties Who Podcast
Hosted by Jess & Claude—two corporate survivors and champions of all things work, wellness, and friendship.

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